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Newspaper
Sydney Evening News
Location
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Dec 06, 1902
Page
7
A fragmentary diary style narrative discusses Paul Kruger and political maneuvering in the Cape regions. It references Sir Bartle Frere, Sir Henry Bartle Frere, and the Chartered Companys influence in the late 19th century. It notes involvement of English and Boer actors, colonial governance, and tensions surrounding the Mashonaland rebellion.
Fragmentary notice memorializes Bandaro wife Levine and late husband Cewmieyt, noting memory of their years together. It mentions a ceremony or tribute in memory, with references to family and local observances. The fragment preserves names and a memorial tone without full details.
A veteran pastoralist argues irrigation policy should combine government schemes with private enterprise. He stresses the need for certainty of tenure and warns against costly earthworks without secure prospects, noting past experiences in the region.
A garbled OCR shows discussion of government entitlements and river works. It mentions Weather, Oregon, and various places with references to private enterprise and public grants. The fragment hints at long tenure concerns and sites designated by a correspondent, but specifics are unclear.
The malt steamer Orontes arrived in Port Jackson from London and will berth at Circular Quay this afternoon. The vessel, described as the largest British malt steamer afloat, is reported to be open for public viewing during her stay, with a full description already carried in the Evening News.
Report of delayed cable service from the Bleesie Telegraph Office with Adelaide style notes. Telegraph lines indicate earthwork between Burrow's Greee and Powell's Creek and fear of detainment at Broome unless new rates are paid for an acting Yia Coen.
Damaged OCR notes mailboats in quarantine arriving to Port fykean from Maractites and other ports with smallpox fears. It mentions a patient landed at Colombo and health department inquiry. Limited fragments indicate surveys and a possible discovery of balive sinkers in the offender front smallpox context.
Two workers saved a drowning boy on Friday near Tom Yarra breakwater. The unconscious child, about five years old, was pulled from the water and revived by Dr Slewens. The boy, named Hedy, remained very weak but out of immediate danger this morning.
A morning at Randwick reports several notable gallops. Ben Hur and Filogus led a mile and a furlong workout, finishing near together. Lucknow Duisbello and other horses completed useful work, with several others clocking solid miles and six furlongs.
A mangled notice references Mr John Portus of Works being appointed to a commission amid a price rise in potatoes in New Zealand. The fragment alludes to a tonic medicine, Warners Side Cure, claimed to treat gout neuralgia backache gravel and other bladder and kidney ills, pitched as a natural remedy.
Alfred Milner was named Governor and High Commissioner for South Africa by Chamberlain, with a plan to push Afrikander policy. The piece criticizes Milner’s appointment and argues it steered the country toward conflict, provoking resistance and a public debate over governance and colonial strategy, including reactions from observers and politicians.
The notice lists Monday mail close times at the G P O Sydney with onward destinations including Auckland Navigator Island Hawaii Honolulu Central America West Indies United Kingdom Europe via San Francisco and other routes. It includes vessel names Bonoma Woottoo Pateona Wareigal and times from 11 am to 6 pm with connections to Dunedin Hobart Natal Capetown Albany and Adelaide routes.
An early 20th century advertisement touts a cholera and diarrhea remedy from a firm named OPCL AsaARLATN. The pill promises rapid relief if taken at first signs of illness and claims availability in drug stores everywhere. The misspelled text suggests a broad distribution and consumer confidence in the product.
Fragmented OCR text mentions a collector, prices, and a list of names and places including 129 King-street Paligres. No clear event or outcome.
South Africa reports that the railway laborers and allied workers on the Delagos Vine line threaten action after wage reductions, blaming illness climate and growing disarray for the reduced pay. The move signals broader labor unrest across the rail sector with potential stoppages expected.
Fragmentary OCR notes from the Wah Commission in London discuss South Africa events and war leadership. The text mentions Commander-in-Chief references, potential examinations, and fatalities in the conflict, with multiple garbled dates and names unclear.
London reports Mr Chamberlain and family embarking toward Cairo as guests of Lord Cromer with plans to tour the Nile region. they depart on the Good Hope at end of week. Additional items note sharp share movements, weather disruptions, money markets, and Somali coast expedition updates through December 6.
A quirky catalog of items appears in the page featuring unusual goods and novelty products. The list mentions watches, jewelry, spider plate, optical geode, traveling rolls, and fashionable bags. A final note hints at seasonal sales and gift ideas for Christmas and New Year.
A citizen near Guthurst Street witnessed a struggle between two women in a dim night hour. One woman fought off an attacker attempting murder amid a chaotic scene that moved toward the harbour and spurred a police response and court appearance.
A reception in Sydney honors Victor Trumper with greetings from the Lord Mayor and Parliament figures. The event includes plans for a royal visit, musical performances, and a display of cricketing and athletic support from English and Australian committees.
Mr Calvert Clerk of Parliaments Leg Council met with accident returning from Cheuler Quay at Maybank Adison road Molley Yaquiry. He was brought to Wim Spiney Hospital with injuries but expected to recover after several days rest indoors.
Reports from Canowindaa describe a long search for reef gold in Sullivan's Gully near Auferent times. The reef cap was struck wide after thirty years of work. A trial crush of 14 tons yielded about 1 box of retorted gold, equating to just over 28 pounds per ton.
Rank Townshend reports a severe illness with diarrhea and fever, says multiple medicines failed, then used Chamberlain's Gold Cholera and Typhoid Remedy, tasted new and found relief. Endorses the product for others with similar symptoms and notes no after effects.
An advertisement describes ZAM-BAK ointment as the sole mineral free vegetable product. It promises free samples on return postage and lists multiple retailers and companies in Australia including Pillstrest, Fernandes Co., Oxfords jersey, and the Australian Grocery Co. with cooperative coupons and distributing firms.
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